Cornwall Public Library Newsletter - September 2023 |
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From the Director's Desk... |
August was a very busy month at CPL. Our Youth Services Department worked hard on our Summer Reading Program for youth. They had to wrap up a little earlier this year due to our move to Munger Cottage. On top of that they packed up what they needed to bring with them to be able to work, as did the rest of the staff.
On August 17 and 18, we packed more and moved things we needed at Munger Cottage to the vestibule so we could get them early Monday morning. Monday, August 21, we packed lots of boxes, furniture, etc. into our vehicles and lugged it all to our temporary location.
In early August, staff member Brenda Goldfarb worked to find locations for CPL to run Adult programs, and the Town and Village have graciously offered us space. Please check our calendar to find out where programs will be located while we are in our temporary spot.
Please bear with us while we make the CPL building more efficient and accessible to all. Hope to see you all at Munger!
Charlotte A. Dunaief
Library Director
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The Cornwall Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 4 in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen for our normal business hours on Tuesday, September 5. |
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Library Hours at
Munger Cottage
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- Monday - Wednesday: 9am—8pm
- Thursday: 9am—5pm
- Friday: 9am—6pm
- Saturday: 9am—4pm
- Sunday: 1pm—4pm
There is no access to a drop box while at our temporary location, so patrons need to return books during our hours of operation.
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Make a plan to visit the Friends of Cornwall Library table at the next ART WALK - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 from 5-8pm. They will be showcasing their collection of works by local artist Nita Klein. All proceeds go to support great library programs for all to enjoy.
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Mark your calendars for the next FALL FESTVAL sponsored by the Greater Cornwall Chamber of Commerce. On SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 from 10am-5pm we'll have our booth set up, eager to connect with the community. Be sure to stop by and say, "Hi!"
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Library Board of Trustees |
Wednesday, September 13
7:00pm
C-o-H Village Hall Board Room during library construction.
All meetings are open to the public. The current agenda and meeting packet can be found here.
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Construction is well underway in our building, as these pictures show! We've moved our operations to Munger Cottage (40 Munger Drive) and are open for business to handle your basic circulation and reference needs. We also have notary service by appointment. Unfortunately, no computers, printing, copying or faxing are available at this time. Since we do not have access to our collection, we recommend you order your materials from other RCLS libraries to pick up at Munger. Not sure how to do that? Just give us a call at 845-534-8282 and we can help.
Wish you could browse the collection? Now is the perfect time to use that valuable Cornwall card to visit other libraries in the RCLS system.* Click here for a complete list of member libraries.
What about programs? Limited programming is still taking place, just in lots of locations around town. Take a look below for more information on all our great offerings and where they are being held.
We anticipate construction to be complete by the beginning of October. Check our website and social media for the latest updates.
*West Point residents with a Local Access card will need to continue ordering their materials for pick-up at our satellite location during our construction closure.
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Digging at Shiloh: My Experience with Associates for Biblical Research
Tuesday, September 19
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Munger Cottage Main Room
Join Cornwall community member David Goldfarb as he shares fascinating stories from his personal experience participating in an archeological dig at Shiloh, Israel.
A drop-in event – no registration required.
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Great Decisions
Thursday, September 21
7:00pm - 8:30pm
via Zoom
Join America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. September’s topic is Global Famine. Course briefing books are now freely available at the library for interested patrons thanks to the generous support of the Friends of Cornwall Library. For more information, contact Pam Stockton at pstockton@rcls.org or 845-534-8282.
Due to library construction, this meeting will be virtual. Please register via the library website to receive a Zoom link on the day of the program. |
Eat Healthy, Stay Healthy
Tuesday, October 3
10:00am - 11:00am
Munger Cottage Dining Room
We are happy to partner with Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall to host this free seminar on nutrition. Join Registered Dietitian Meagan Walters as she provides solid information on the best food choices you can make to suit your particular health needs. Registration is requested and can be accessed through the library website.
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Falling for Jazz
Friday, October 6
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Munger Cottage Main Room
Start the fall off right with this toe tapping performance by the Beacon Jazz Lab.
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The Authoritative Guide to
Magnet Fishing
Tuesday, October 10
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Munger Cottage Main Room
Join author and Cornwall community member David Kramer as he shares the ins and outs of magnet fishing, everything from its history to the art of selecting a magnet. This comprehensive presentation is sure to captivate and entertain.
A drop-in program – no registration required.
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Medicare 101: Parts A, B, C, D
What to Know About Open Enrollment
Wednesday, October 11
1:00 - 2:00pm
Munger Cottage Dining Room
Attention, current and new 2024 Medicare enrollees! It's time to compare plans and make sure you have the right health and prescription drug coverage. Presented by Erinn Braun from the Orange County Office of the Aging.
A drop-in program - no registration required.
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Creative Writers
Select Mondays
11:30am-1:30pm
Always open to new members. For planning purposes, we request that participants register via the library website prior to attending.
During library construction, this group will meet at the
C-o-H Village Hall Board Room.
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Member's Choice
Book Group
September 6 @4:30pm
(note the time change)
The Wager
by David Grann
During library construction, this group will meet at C-o-H Village Hall - Mayor's Conference Room. New members are always welcome. This is a hybrid group. If you would like a Zoom link, please register via the library website.
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Out & About
Book Group
September 13 @7:00pm
The Five
by Hallie Rubenhold
Join us in September at Brothers BBQ for some food, drinks & lively discussion. New people are always welcome! To help coordinate with the restaurant, we are asking anyone planning to attend to register via the library website.
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Mystery Book Group
September 21 @2:00pm
Magpie Murders
by Anthony Horowitz
During library construction, this group will meet at the
C-o-H Village Hall Board Room. New members are always welcome.
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Sports Book Club
September 26 @6:00pm
Games that Changed
the Game
by Ron Jaworski
Introducing a new group especially for sports fans. This fall, we'll "tackle" the NFL, discussing our book selection and watching pertinent video clips.
Our first meeting is at the Munger Cottage Dining Room while the library is under construction. All subsequent meetings will be at the library.
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National Play-Doh Day!
Saturday, September 16
9am - 4pm
While Supplies Last!
It’s National Play-Doh Day, so time to celebrate this fun and versatile material!
Stop by the library satellite location at Munger Cottage on September 16 to pick up your very own supply. Bags will be available beginning at 9am – first come, first served, while supplies last.
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Fall Market Story Time
Select Wednesdays
September 6, 13, 20, 27
& October 4
11:30am
Enjoy stories, puppets, songs, fun & giggles on the Town Hall Lawn (weather permitting).
A family drop-in event.
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